Aorangi

We value the importance of whānau and friends in the journey of tāngata whai ora and taiohi to being well. All of our services aim to support whānau as well as tāngata whai ora and taiohi.

Feeling connected helps wellbeing

Whānau, friends and community provide the much-needed connections, love and support a person needs on their journey to enjoy positive mental health, wellbeing and tuakiritanga.

We work with our tāngata whai ora and taiohi to build strong and supportive relationships with whānau, friends and significant others in their recovery and care. We know that everyone’s journey is different. It’s therefore everyone’s own personal choice about who is involved in their care, how and when.

Support for whānau and friends

It can be distressing when someone close to you is experiencing mental health or alcohol or other drug challenges. If you’re whānau or a friend of someone we’re supporting, it’s likely you’ll have lots of questions. We’ll do our best to provide you with the information and resources you need, so you can help support your loved one and look after your own wellbeing also.

We regularly hold events and celebrations in communities across the country which whānau are invited to come to. Our regular Harikoa magazine is also a way of keeping our whānau informed of news, activities and events.

We’ve also put together a list of other organisations you can access for additional support here.